Stir-Fried Beet Greens, Tofu and Beets Recipe (2024)

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Hannah B

Spinach works well too.

April

No - first the beets, then the beet greens. :-)

Julie

I saved the beets for a salad later in the week, and used the beet greens and added 2 baby bok choys with the other ingredients. I substituted 3 onions for the leeks, and rice vinegar + fish sauce for the sherry - since I had neither. I added cooked rice noodles to the dish which turned a lovely pink, contrasting with the dark green. The tofu turned out with a thick crunch on 1 side, a thin crunch with a medium bite on the inside. Delicious! Served 4 w/ a side of miso soup, with 1 srvng leftovr.

Anne

So delicious & healthy! Used kale and scallions since that's what I had. Sir fried the tofu first and set it aside. Then cooked the beets (even cut in thin julienne strips, it took at least 5 min to cook); then added the greens; (white wine instead of sherry); otherwise kept to the recipe. Would find a way to add more liquid next time...perhaps wine or broth. Week 2 of a commitment to more vegetarian meals!

Break Up The Instructions

When you're cooking over a wok at high heat, it would be advantageous to have the directions in more than one giant paragraph. Even with everything prepped and to the side, it's easy once the heat is going to lose your place. The beets come out much better if boiled first; raw beets don't cook in that amount of time.

Erin

Before I started stir frying I roasted the tofu and beet cubes together in the oven on 400 for 10 minutes or so, until the beet cubes were just tender and tofu a little brown. I loved the outcome, the texture of the beets and tofu together is very satisfying!

KWP

I got beets in my CSA box and was at a loss. I have not historically liked beets but I also didn't want to be a quitter. I was pleasantly surprised with how this turned out. I don't think I'll be buying beets on my own to make it regularly but overall it was quite tasty and I enjoyed how pink everything was. Subbed parsley for cilantro (one family member has the "cilantro tastes like soap" gene) and Chinese cooking wine for sherry. Worked fine.

Leticia

This is a repeater. Even thought I didn't have cilantro in the house. Added a sprinkle of sherry vinegar. Next time I'll use the whole 12 ounce package of tofu. Beets definitely need more cook time-- 1 minute not enough. Going to try par-steaming them first. They should be easier to peel too.

Mike

That took so much longer than 15 minutes. More like an hour.

AB

Just made this recipe for the first time with four medium golden beets – didn’t worry about the volume of the greens, which were less than specified. With a hot wok and fine julienne, there was no problem with doneness. Yes, the prep time is relatively long, but it does cook quickly, and paired with somen, it was an excellent weeknight vegetarian meal!

sarahpatto

Be sure to cut the beets very small - otherwise they stay crunchy.

Leticia

Wish I'd read this before--our beets were way undercooked.

Katherine

Delicious! The food processor's julienne disc made fast work of the beets, and with everything lined up in bowls ahead of time the stir-fry worked wonderfully and tasted marvellous.Changes driven by need or taste: mirin instead of sugar; onion instead of leek; doubled sauce per others' recommendations.Delectable!

Madison

I doubled the tofu and beets, subbed kale for beet greens (and used less than it called for), subbed scapes for garlic and green onions for leeks (CSA season), and quadrupled the sauce. So good it doesn't need rice - just shovel it in your mouth. Delicious!

Chris

Lots of prep - much longer than 15min total. Still good! Have made a few times.

olsen

add a splash of rice vinegar at end. remember 30 min prep time.

Amy

WOW. The whole time I was making this I was skeptical, but I had all the ingredients so I plunged forth, and it was SO. YUM. I love beets but even I never knew beets could taste this good! I followed the recipe exactly but didn't have rice or noodles cooked, so I just heaped some into a bowl and devoured it. Added some sriracha, too. Beautiful and delicious!

Julia

I would make this again but parboil the beets more. I cooked them as in recipe after parboiling them and they still weren't remotely soft after 1 min or 5 mins. It took a little over 10 mins for them to get soft. Would have been good to add stock as one reviewer said. Everyone said the flavor of this recipe was really good. I doubled the garlic and ginger as suggested, made with Swiss chard for the greens part and served over rice noodles. No sesame seeds or cilantro but would add next time.

Penny Harris

It was a bit bland for me, even with the spices. All the veggies were great and it was a colorful pot. I would make this again and look for different flavoring.

bonseyb

Made as per recipe but used chard in place of beet greens because had some in the garden. So delicious! Beets did take a little longer than 2 minutes. Might add more tofu next time. Will add to vegetarian options in rotation.

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Stir-Fried Beet Greens, Tofu and Beets Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What not to mix with tofu? ›

What to not serve with tofu? According to studies, a high volume consumption of tofu and spinach together can increase your risk of kidney stones. Tofu and spinach contain calcium and oxalic acid respectively and the combined can form kidney stones.

Should you eat the stems of beet greens? ›

Use the stems as well as the leaves.

Like Swiss chard, beet leaves have crisp, edible stems that add color and crunch to any beet greens recipe. Don't toss them! Finely dice them and cook them right along with the leaves.

Can you eat too many beet greens? ›

Beet greens are very high in dietary nitrates, which can cause harmful health effects when consumed at excessive levels. High amounts of nitrate have been associated with a higher risk of certain types of cancer (16).

What makes beets taste better? ›

Roasting beets deepens their natural sugars while tempering bitterness. Bake whole, wrapped beets at 400°F for 60-75 minutes until easily pierced by a fork. Allow to cool before peeling and juicing. Incorporating roasted beets creates a smoother, mellower, almost nutty-flavored blended juice.

Why can't you eat spinach with tofu? ›

- It is said that tofu cannot be eaten together with spinach at the same time. As tofu and spinach contain calcium and oxalic acid respectively, the combination of the two will form kidney stones. But in fact, only prolonged and volumionous consumption of tofu and spinach at the same time will pose this risk.

Why can't you eat a lot of tofu? ›

Potential Risks of Tofu

Some people believe that eating too much soy can increase the risk of breast cancer, disrupt thyroid function, or "feminize" men (who naturally have lower estrogen levels than women) due to the estrogen-like isoflavones. However, the research is "mixed and inconclusive," according to Iu.

What is the healthiest way to eat beet greens? ›

Beet greens have oodles of nutritional value, from fiber and protein to vitamins C, K, and B9. You can eat beet greens raw or cooked. No matter how you choose to chow down, you could enjoy health perks like a stronger immune system, healthier teeth, and a healthier digestive tract.

How do you get the bitterness out of beet greens? ›

Here are five ways to tame the bite of bitter greens.
  1. Blanch the greens first. Once, I decided to skip a step and not blanch the broccoli rabe for a pasta dish. ...
  2. Add strongly flavored ingredients. Fight bitterness with other flavors like sweetness and spice. ...
  3. Add acid. ...
  4. Use salt. ...
  5. Braise them.
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Are beet greens good for anything? ›

Beet greens also help fight inflammation, improve digestive health, support brain health and contain anti-cancer properties.

How many times a week should you eat beets? ›

Moreover, beets are low in calories with zero cholesterol and a small amount of fat. However, the root is high in sugar and carbohydrates, so while you can consume the greens on top of the root in unlimited quantities, you should only have the root a few times a week. Beets are best from early spring to late fall.

How many beets can you eat in one sitting? ›

The oxalates found in beets can increase your uric acid level, meaning that too many beets can lead to gout. To avoid this, stick to no more than a single half-cup serving of beets per day.

Are beet greens a laxative? ›

Generally, beet greens have a laxative effect and soften stool, except in Vata individuals where the diuretic and astringent effect can causes mild constipation.

What flavors pair well with beets? ›

Also ingredients like dark chocolate, nuts, coffee or roasted onions have earthy flavors and pair well with beetroot. This could be explained by the presence of 'pyrazines', which are aromatic structures formed during the process of roasting ingredients. These pyrazines also contain an earthy smell.

Are canned beets as good as fresh beets? ›

With only a few exceptions, canned beetroots have about the same nutritional value as fresh beetroots. Fresh beetroots have double the phosphorus, potassium and folate, but 1 cup of sliced, canned beetroots has 14 percent of the recommended daily intake of folate and 4 percent of phosphorus and potassium.

Is tofu a high inflammatory food? ›

Tofu and tempeh.

Studies suggest people who eat soy-based foods have lower odds of inflammation-related diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers. Nuts and legumes, Tree nuts like almonds and walnuts, along with peanuts, are rich in unsaturated fats, along with anti-inflammatory vitamins and minerals.

Can we eat tofu and egg together? ›

Yes, you can eat eggs and soya chunks together. Both eggs and soya chunks are good sources of protein, and consuming them together can help meet your daily protein requirements. You can add boiled or scrambled eggs to your soya chunk curry or stir-fry for a balanced meal.

Is it OK to eat eggs with tofu? ›

Quick, easy, and healthy, Tofu and Eggs is the perfect meal for any weeknight dinner!

What happens to your body when you eat tofu? ›

Soybeans and soy products like tofu are rich in isoflavones. These flavonoids (plant-based chemicals) help lower your blood pressure and offer other heart-protective benefits. A 2020 study found that people who ate a serving of tofu each week had an 18% lower risk of heart disease than those who didn't.

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